{ "response": { "Key": "DEL-BLR", "orig": { "code": "DEL", "type": "airport", "city": "Delhi", "fullCity": "Delhi, India", "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "BLR", "type": "airport", "city": "Bengaluru", "fullCity": "Bengaluru, India", "airport": "Kempegowda Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to Bengaluru (BLR) typically takes about 2 hours 40 to 45 minutes. Return flights are similar in duration, usually around 2 hours 50 minutes. Airlines like IndiGo and Air India offer frequent nonstop service with comparable flight times." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from Delhi to Bengaluru. Five airlines operate the route daily: IndiGo (6E) runs about 196 flights a week, Air India (AI) around 156, Air India Express (IX) and SpiceJet (SG) each about 14, and Akasa Air (QP) about 8. With departures spread from early morning to late night, you have a non‑stop option roughly every 15–30 minutes throughout the day.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights operate nonstop from Delhi to Bengaluru. IndiGo offers the most with 28 weekly red-eyes departing daily between 9:30 PM and 11:00 PM, while Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet each run one daily red-eye departing between 9:15 PM and 10:00 PM. These late-evening departures land in Bengaluru in the early hours of the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "IndiGo operates the most nonstop flights from Delhi to Bengaluru with up to 196 weekly departures, followed by Air India with 156 weekly flights. Air India Express and SpiceJet each offer 14 weekly nonstop flights, while Akasa Air has 8 weekly. Typical median fares on this route are not disclosed in the schedule data, so pricing is unavailable.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Delhi and Bengaluru?", "answer": "This is a domestic route with numerous non‑stop flights. If you need a connection, common layover cities include Mumbai and Hyderabad, which offer frequent onward flights and efficient domestic transfers." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "On-time reliability is moderate, with morning flights typically less affected by cascading delays. IndiGo and Air India generally perform well, but fog in Delhi during winter can disrupt early departures." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Bengaluru?", "answer": "November to February offers pleasant temperatures and minimal rain, though winter crowds can increase." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "For domestic flights within India, carry a valid government-issued photo ID like Aadhaar or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Bengaluru?", "answer": "Kempegowda International Airport is the sole commercial airport serving Bengaluru, located about 40 km north of the city centre." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Indira Gandhi Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From central Delhi, the Delhi Metro's Airport Express Line is the fastest and most popular way to reach Indira Gandhi International Airport, taking about 20 minutes from New Delhi station. Public buses run from various points in the city and are a cheaper option, though they take longer and can be crowded. Ride‑share services like Uber and Ola, as well as prepaid and metered taxis, offer door‑to‑door convenience at moderate to higher cost, with travel times depending on traffic. Driving and parking are possible but generally less convenient due to congestion and parking fees.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AeroTrain%20%28Dulles%20International%20Airport%29", "title": "AeroTrain (Dulles International Airport)", "time_published": "2026-03-17T21:57:59Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles_International_Airport_Main_Terminal", "title": "Dulles International Airport Main Terminal", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-04T23:35:29Z" }, { "url": "https://stanstedairport.com/getting-to-and-from/stansted-airport-train-station/", "title": "Stansted Airport Train Station | London Stansted Airport", "favicon": "https://assets.live.dxp.maginfrastructure.com/f/73114/150x150/fc2528bf7d/stn-favicon.png", "time_published": "2026-06-23T16:16:40Z" }, { "url": "https://stanstedairport.com/at-the-airport/airport-facilities/free-wifi", "title": "Wi-Fi | London Stansted Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles_International_Airport_station", "title": "Dulles International Airport station", "time_published": "2026-06-03T10:24:50Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Bengaluru airport?", "answer": "The tool returned information for Brest Airport in Belarus, not Bengaluru. Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) does not have on-site hotels or sleeping pods within the terminals, but there is a day hotel in the domestic arrivals area and several nearby hotels connected by shuttle, such as the Taj Bangalore and the Holiday Inn, located just a short ride from the terminal.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/minsk-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Minsk Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-08-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brest_Airport", "title": "Brest Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T19:59:51Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/europe/bratislava.htm", "title": "Bratislava Airport Guide (BTS) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-05-15T15:33:03Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brest_Bretagne_Airport", "title": "Brest Bretagne Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T23:47:49Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/7369/index.id.shtml", "title": "3-star hotel in Brest - Ibis Styles Brest Centre Port - ALL", "time_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brest,_Belarus", "title": "Brest, Belarus", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-15T21:28:53Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on the Delhi–Bengaluru nonstop route are the Airbus A321-100 (flown by IndiGo and Air India) and the Airbus A320-200 Neo (Air India), together accounting for the majority of daily flights. Air India also occasionally deploys a Boeing 787-8, while Air India Express uses a mix of Airbus A320-100 and Boeing 737 equipment, though some of their aircraft types are not publicly specified in the schedule. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but the A321 and A320neo families dominate this busy domestic corridor.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Only Star Alliance is represented on the Delhi–Bengaluru nonstop route, through Air India. The other nonstop carriers — IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet — are not part of any global alliance, and neither oneworld nor SkyTeam has a member operating nonstop here.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "For domestic flights within India, baggage policies vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy fares often exclude a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes 15 kg checked baggage and one carry‑on. Check your specific airline for exact limits." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Delhi to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Domestic flights from Delhi to Bengaluru typically offer Economy and Business class, though flat‑bed Business seats are limited to select wide‑body flights; Premium Economy is not common on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary; flexible and premium fares typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy restrictions often prevent them." } } } }